Australian Museum
With an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research, community programs and exhibitions, the Australian Museum was established as Australia's first museum in 1827 with unique and extensive collections of natural science and cultural artifacts. The skeleton room, displaying hundreds of animal skeletons, including a blue whale hanging from the roof, is an attraction in itself. The museum also has an exhibit on early man, including species like Homo heidelbergensis that did not reach Australia. There is a cafe next to the entrance that can be accessed without requiring payment for admission to the main exhibition area.
- Address
- 1 William St
- Getting there
- opposite Hyde Park on the corner of William St and College St
- Hours
- , closed Christmas
- Price
- free, temporary exhibitions have additional fee
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Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.